Res. Agr. Eng., 2024, 70(1):1-12 | DOI: 10.17221/15/2023-RAE

The state of agricultural digitalisation in HungaryReview

Dániel Fróna ORCID...
Department of Regional Economics and Sustainable Development, Institute of Rural Development, Regional Economics and Tourism Management, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Debrecen, Debrecen, Hungary

In recent years, the concept of digitalization has gained increasing attention in the field of agriculture. The adoption of digital technologies such as sensors, drones, and precision farming tools has the potential to revolutionize how agricultural production is carried out, leading to increased efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. This study examines the current state of digitisation and the use of digital tools in agriculture among Hungarian farmers. The uptake of digitalisation has been slow, and more comprehensive policies and strategies are needed to improve progress. The study shows that while there are positive developments, such as the increasing use of precision technologies, there is still a lack of digital infrastructure and skills, as well as limited access to finance and information. The study concludes by making recommendations for policy makers, stakeholders and farmers to enhance the digitalisation of agriculture in Hungary.

Keywords: digital divide; sustainability; precision agriculture; technology

Received: January 31, 2023; Revised: May 9, 2023; Accepted: May 25, 2023; Prepublished online: February 27, 2024; Published: March 13, 2024  Show citation

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